Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

MSTFP2005 - Operate machine to sew upper

Course Description

In this unit you will develop the skills and knowledge to machine uppers according to product requirements. You are required to work to quality requirements and identify any processing problems.

The unit applies to loading, guiding and unloading a range of machine types to sew shoe uppers. It includes guided and freehand sewing. Sewing includes corners, curves, complex shapes, and contouring and joining of different materials. Sewing techniques include those where the positioning, feeding and handling of work pieces involves discretional changes, contouring or critical stopping points, or involving the special handling skills required to accommodate variations in materials and meet product requirements.

This course is clustered for delivery with the MSTFP2005 - Operate machine to sew upper

2.1 Check work bundle, assess quality of component parts
and lay out work pieces in correct sequence
2.2 Set up workbench and seating to achieve operator
comfort and minimise fatigue
2.3 Clean and check machine, and adjust machine settings
according to manufacturer instructions and
specifications for work
2.4 Select threads according to specifications, check needle
types and attachments, and change parts and worn
needles as necessary
2.5 Set stitch length, set up tension and test against
specifications
2.6 Test machine for correct operation

Element:

3 Perform machine sewing

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Select pieces according to shape, size, colour and style
3.2 Accurately position materials to achieve required
specifications, including quality and to minimise stretch
3.3 Sew corners, curves, complex shapes, and contouring
and joining of different materials
3.4 Handle work pieces involving discretional changes,
contouring or critical stopping points and variations in
materials, according to specifications and workplace
procedures
3.5 Machine seams to achieve specific results and trim
threads
3.6 Regularly check performance of machine for signs of
faulty performance and take follow-up action to address
faulty machine performance

Element:

4 Conduct final quality check and despatch work

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Bundle uppers and component parts, stack and store or despatch
4.2 Address production faults according to workplace
procedures
4.3 Bundle uppers, stack and store or despatch
4.4 Record production faults as required
4.5 Complete work records

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.

Details of Learning Activities

Integrated learning activities in this course consists of theory and practical components carried out in a workshop environment. Throughout the course, you will develop the skills and knowledge to create custom-made footwear products. You will learn to use and work with a range of materials, suppliers and components used in footwear manufacturing.

Teaching Schedule

Note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.

This unit is delivered with MANU7387C Operate Machine to sew upper.

Course Schedule: Semester 1, 2018

Week

Topic

Activities

Assessment

Week 1

Introduction to course

Class

Week 2

Paper exercises

Workshop

Week 3

Paper exercises

Workshop

Week 4

Paper exercisees

Workshop

Assessment 1: Practical paper exercises due

Week 5

Leather shapes

Workshop

Assessment 2 part 1: Sewing uppers due

Week 6

Leather shapes / Derby uppers

Workshop

Week 7

Rethread sewing machine

Demonstration/observation

Assessment 2 part 2: Derby uppers due

Week 8

Rethread sewing machine

Demonstration/observation

Assessment observation: Rethread sewing machine

Week 9

Workshop

Week 10

Workshop

Week 11

Workshop

Week 12

Workshop

Week 13

Workshop

Week 14

Oxford uppers

Workshop

Week 15

Oxford uppers

Workshop

Week 16

Final class/assessment submission

Workshop

Assessment 2 part 3: Oxford uppers due

Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

References

Other Resources

The University Library has extensive resources. The Library has produced a number of subject guides that includes quality online and print resources for your studies. The Library provides guides and subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarians.

Overview of Assessment

Assessment is ongoing throughout the semester and will consist of both theory and practical based exercises, predominantly in class but some out of class research and information formatting is required as well. Feedback will be provided throughout the semester on all assessment tasks.

All assessment tasks must be completed before competency can be achieved. Tasks that have not be authenticated in class as the student’s own work will not be considered for assessment. Regular attendance is encouraged.

If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.

This course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment. To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.

You should refer to the assessment brief which is available on MyRMIT for full assessment criteria.

Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:

CA: Competency Achieved

NYC: Not Yet Competent

DNS: Did not Submit for Assessment

Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration (or Course Coordinator).

Other Information

Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students

It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.

Student Progress:

Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.

If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.

Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.

Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.